Accounting requirements for a Construction business
Accounting plays a very important role in the management and administration of any business. Accounting of the business information has to go hand by hand with efficient bookkeeping for proper and accurate recording of the business transaction.
In the construction business, where several items keep on moving, it is very essential to track the inward and outward movement of these materials by the accounting team to ensure the transparency and profitability of the business.
Accounting for a construction business is different from the regular accounting practices, the construction contractors particularly have to keep track of how much a client owes and also how much they owe to the suppliers and also other expenses of the business
What are the challenges faced by the construction business to maintain accounts?
Cost planning
- In the construction business, everything is mobile and customized work at a novel location. It needs to monitor a different set of cost such as travel cost, mobilization cost- packing cost of equipment and tools etc., cost of materials, transportation cost of materials to the site and also cost of clearing the excess materials on completion of the work. There is no fixed location of work, they have to move to wherever the customers need along with the materials. So, it is very important to have efficient and accurate bookkeeping and not to miss out a single transaction.
Vendor payment
- The construction company uses the percentage of completion method to determine cost and revenue to determine the earnings of the business. The company also have to make payments from time to time since the tenure of a project is long. An efficient accounting practice will help them to meet the obligation of the business.
Budget and Forecasting
- Construction business has a long gestation period, so it takes months and years to complete a project which needs appropriate forecasting and budgeting tools necessary to estimate cost, expenses, revenue etc. It also requires a huge investment to finance a project. It needs more of a proactive accounting practice that not only maintains proper accounts but also provides advisory functions on various matters.
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We have a team of experienced and skilled professional in the field of construction accounting. We understand the requirements of Construction Company is different from others and have come up with a mechanism for bookkeeping of the construction business by dividing into two parts-
- Accounting in Work in progress.
- Accounting for percentage completion basis.
We use accounting software such as Xero, Quick Books etc. to track the client's costs and expenses. We track, manage, report and categories all the cost and expenses of the client which helps them to know which project they should opt for that turns into a profitable bid. It also helps them to manage the billing procedure and get maximum returns from their investment.
Our team is highly qualified and trained and has served many offshore clients for construction industries in countries like the U.S.A, UK, Australia, Singapore and Canada.
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FAQs
1. Why do builders need strong accounts?
- It shows money in and out for each job. Clear books help you stay on track with costs and profit.
2. Can small sites skip accounting?
- No, even a small job has many costs. Good records stop loss and keep cash flow smooth.
3. How does it help with long builds?
- It logs spending and payments over time. This keeps each project on plan and budget.
4. Can it help pay vendors on time?
- Yes, it shows who you must pay and when. This avoids late fees and keeps trust strong.
5. Does it help in getting funds?
- Yes, clean books show your worth to banks. This makes it easy to get a loan or credit.
6. How does it help plan new jobs?
- It gives past cost and gain data. You can plan and bid right for the next work.
7. Do builders need tools or apps for accounts?
- Yes, they save time and cut errors. You track spending and bills with ease.
8. Should builders outsource their books?
- Yes, experts do it fast and right. You save costs and focus on your build.